Kharika
Kharika is a village located in Sonepur subdivision of Saran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sonepur (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Chhapra. As per 2009 stats, Kharika village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharika unique in its vibrant Sonepur-Saran region. You’ll see Kharika’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kharika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharika is 234541. The village spans a total geographical area of 210 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 841101. Sonepur is nearest town to Kharika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kharika
Population of Kharika
According to the 2011 Census, Kharika has a total population of about 8,716, with approximately 4,601 males and 4,115 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,442 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 856 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.02%, with male literacy at about 66.33% and female literacy near 48.72%. There are around 1,409 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharika's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,716 | 4,601 | 4,115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,442 | 784 | 658 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 856 | 453 | 403 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 5,057 | 3,052 | 2,005 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,659 | 1,549 | 2,110 |
Connectivity of Kharika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharika. As per the 2011 stats, Kharika had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharika
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharika
- Where is Kharika located?
- Kharika village is situated in Sonepur Subdivision, within the Saran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharika?
- Kharika serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharika?
- The pincode of Kharika is 841101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharika is 8,716, with 4,601 males and 4,115 females.
- How many households are there in Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharika village has a total of 1,409 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharika is 58.02%. The male literacy rate is 66.33%, while the female literacy rate is 48.72%.